Drumena Cottage

Claire
Drumena Cottage

Sightseeing

This is a short 10 minute walk from the cottage, and makes for a great adventure, particularly for kids who have never seen, or clambered down into a souterrain (underground passage) before.
Drumena Cashel
7 Moneyscalp Road
This is a short 10 minute walk from the cottage, and makes for a great adventure, particularly for kids who have never seen, or clambered down into a souterrain (underground passage) before.
Tolleymore never disappoints whatever the weather. Have a sheltered walk under the trees, along by the river to the hermitage and then on towards the stepping stones. If you feel like a bit more exertion, find one of the paths that leads you up to the boundary wall - from here you will have fabulous views of the Mourne Mountains. There is just so much to explore and see - around November/December time, look out for the deer, and always be on the lookout for the red squirrels.
97 locals recommend
Tollymore Forest Park
Bryansford Road
97 locals recommend
Tolleymore never disappoints whatever the weather. Have a sheltered walk under the trees, along by the river to the hermitage and then on towards the stepping stones. If you feel like a bit more exertion, find one of the paths that leads you up to the boundary wall - from here you will have fabulous views of the Mourne Mountains. There is just so much to explore and see - around November/December time, look out for the deer, and always be on the lookout for the red squirrels.
Castlewellan Forest Park is a fantastic park, with so many opportunities for those who enjoy the outdoors. Take a stroll around the lake, or a jog for those who are feeling a bit more energetic. Hire a paddle board or sit-on kayak, from Life Adventure, if you are feeling adventurous and fancy exploring the park from the water. For those who enjoy mountain biking, Castlewellan has a great network of trails for all ages and stages - from an easy lake-side trail, to a more challenging red trail, and an even more demanding black trail. Super bikes for hire from Life Adventure, based just beside the carpark area.
73 locals recommend
Castlewellan Forest Park
Forest Park View
73 locals recommend
Castlewellan Forest Park is a fantastic park, with so many opportunities for those who enjoy the outdoors. Take a stroll around the lake, or a jog for those who are feeling a bit more energetic. Hire a paddle board or sit-on kayak, from Life Adventure, if you are feeling adventurous and fancy exploring the park from the water. For those who enjoy mountain biking, Castlewellan has a great network of trails for all ages and stages - from an easy lake-side trail, to a more challenging red trail, and an even more demanding black trail. Super bikes for hire from Life Adventure, based just beside the carpark area.
The walks in the Mournes are endless - see the trail books and maps in the cottage. Always check the weather before you set out, and bring the necessary gear for walking in the mountains. You will find walking poles at the cottage. Some of our favourite walks: Doan Mountain - access from the Ott Carpark, walking along the Ott track up to the wall, then down across the end of Lough Shannagh, and the up the conical mountain of Doan. Doan is situated in the heart of the High Mournes, and provides a fantastic 360 view.
127 locals recommend
Mourne Mountains
Moyad Road
127 locals recommend
The walks in the Mournes are endless - see the trail books and maps in the cottage. Always check the weather before you set out, and bring the necessary gear for walking in the mountains. You will find walking poles at the cottage. Some of our favourite walks: Doan Mountain - access from the Ott Carpark, walking along the Ott track up to the wall, then down across the end of Lough Shannagh, and the up the conical mountain of Doan. Doan is situated in the heart of the High Mournes, and provides a fantastic 360 view.
We have had great experiences using this outdoor centre - we have hired paddle boards, mountain bikes and sit-on kayaks from this centre. The staff have always been excellent, and the equipment top class.
9 locals recommend
Life Adventure Centre
Forest Park View
9 locals recommend
We have had great experiences using this outdoor centre - we have hired paddle boards, mountain bikes and sit-on kayaks from this centre. The staff have always been excellent, and the equipment top class.

Food scene

This is a great place if you are looking for basic take-away food - fish and chips, burgers (recommend the Special Burger!) etc. It is also a great 'no frills' place to sit in. We have always found the staff super friendly and helpful.
Zebedees
99 Main St
This is a great place if you are looking for basic take-away food - fish and chips, burgers (recommend the Special Burger!) etc. It is also a great 'no frills' place to sit in. We have always found the staff super friendly and helpful.
We have found this to be great spot for a Chinese takeaway.
Ocean Palace
We have found this to be great spot for a Chinese takeaway.
Established 1996 on the fifth generation family farm amidst the spectacular Mourne Mountain range in the north of Ireland, Whitewater Brewery still retains the passion and desire to brew beers with fantastic flavours. In 2016 Whitewater Brewery built its own new brewery, just off the Clarkhill Road in Castlewellan. We would highly recommend booking into a tour and tasting session at the brewery. Bernard and Kerry, who own and run the brewery are a wonderful, inspirational couple.
Whitewater Brewing Co
Lakeside Brae
Established 1996 on the fifth generation family farm amidst the spectacular Mourne Mountain range in the north of Ireland, Whitewater Brewery still retains the passion and desire to brew beers with fantastic flavours. In 2016 Whitewater Brewery built its own new brewery, just off the Clarkhill Road in Castlewellan. We would highly recommend booking into a tour and tasting session at the brewery. Bernard and Kerry, who own and run the brewery are a wonderful, inspirational couple.
A great 'Irish pub' experience, with lovely food!
13 locals recommend
The Maghera Inn
86 Ballyloughlin Rd
13 locals recommend
A great 'Irish pub' experience, with lovely food!
Lovely woodfired pizza, for a good price. There is a small area to sit-in, or great for take-away. Really quick service.
Piccolo Kitchen
127 Main St
Lovely woodfired pizza, for a good price. There is a small area to sit-in, or great for take-away. Really quick service.